Visit Rome, Italy
Rome layers ancient ruins, Christian landmarks, Renaissance streets and ordinary neighbourhood life into one walkable city. It rewards travellers who enjoy history in context, because a short route can move from an imperial forum to a baroque square and a modern market. Allow at least three full days. Give one day to the ancient centre, one to the Vatican area and one to neighbourhoods beyond the main monuments, and reserve timed entry for any major site you would be disappointed to miss. Expect substantial walking, uneven surfaces, heat and crowds. Check each site's official accessibility information, carry water, watch for pickpocketing in busy areas and confirm current travel advice; in summer, wildfire disruption and extreme heat may affect wider Italian journeys. Count this as complete after spending at least two full days in Rome and visiting one ancient site, one later historic or religious place and one living neighbourhood or public space. An airport transfer or a single photograph at a landmark is not enough.